Housing and homelessness in Castlegar, British Columbia
CBAL - CBAL & Settlement Office Castlegar
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In short
A settlement worker will meet with you to help you find the resources you need to successfully settle and build connections in your new community. Individual and family needs assessments, goal setting and referrals.
- Who it is for
- Newcomers and immigrants, Refugees; Newcomer (arrived within 5 years), Immigrant (arrived over 5 years ago), Refugee claimant, Convention refugee
- What it helps with
- A safe place to sleep tonight, A home I can afford, Knowing where to go, Making my own choices
- Cost and access
- Free
- Where
- #140 1402 Columbia Ave, Castlegar, BC V1N 3K3
- How to reach
- (250) 581-2112 · castlegarcoordinator@cbal.org · Website
- Last verified
- , by HelpSeeker
About this service
A settlement worker will meet with you to help you find the resources you need to successfully settle and build connections in your new community.
CBAL settlement services provide:
One-on-one support to help you navigate local services and access information
Individual and family needs assessments, goal setting and referrals
Help with opening a bank account, finding a place to live, finding a family doctor, registering your child for school, accessing legal services, locating childcare and other things you will need in your first days
Help with employment and orientation to Canadian workplace culture
Assistance in completing forms and applications
Connections to social and cultural groups and referrals to community programs
Monthly workshops on a broad range of topics
Support in dealing with the transition to Canadian life and work culture
English language assessment and both formal and informal training
How do I get in touch?
Call (250) 581-2112, email castlegarcoordinator@cbal.org, or use the website.
Listed in Castlegar, British Columbia.
#140 1402 Columbia Ave, Castlegar, BC V1N 3K3
#140 1402 Columbia Ave, Castlegar, BC V1N 3K3Castlegar, British Columbia
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